Why is my motor vehicle’s assessed value more than I could sell it for?
The value for excise tax purposes is mandated by law to be the clean retail value as determined by the Rhode Island Vehicle Value Commission (see RIGL 44-34-9 and RIGL 44-34-11). This determination is made by using the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Used Car Guide and other recognized pricing guides. Condition, mileage, or so-called market value of individual cars is not a consideration in determining value for excise tax purposes.

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1. When will I receive my tax bill and when is it due?
2. What time period do the bills cover?
3. How can I pay my taxes?
4. Why is my motor vehicle’s assessed value more than I could sell it for?
5. Why did I get a motor vehicle tax bill for a vehicle I don’t own anymore?
6. How are my taxes determined?
7. What if I disagree with the assessed value of my property?